Member Newsletter
A Message From Your President
Light Bulb Moments
I recently connected with newer CCA member Catherine Ochalek to hear about her journey into actuarial consulting and what led her to the Conference of Consulting Actuaries. What stood out most was how her background as a high school math teacher continues to shape her approach — especially her commitment to turning complex actuarial concepts into clear, meaningful conversations. Catherine sees client interactions not as presentations, but as teaching moments where understanding builds trust. Her story is a powerful reminder that the best consultants combine technical expertise with curiosity, clarity, and the ability to create those “light bulb” moments that make our work truly impactful.
February 2026
- Membership News
- Education Spotlight
- CCA Community Digest
- Other Actuarial Association Opportunities
Membership News
New Leadership Interview Posted
In this month’s Leadership Interview, CCA past president Michael Clark sits down with Jessica Leong – CEO and founder of Octagram Analytics. Hear Jessica discuss her career journey, starting her own company, and serving as president of the Casualty Actuarial Society.
Member Spotlight: Donna Novak
Drawn to the actuarial profession to better understand insurance while working as a computer systems analyst, Donna Novak built a distinguished consulting career highlighted by founding NovaRest Actuarial Consulting 24 years ago. She values CCA membership for its collaborative, generous community and believes success comes from lifelong learning, personal fulfillment, and using expertise to solve meaningful client problems.
How are you using AI tools and resources?
As a follow up to the 2025 AI survey, the CCA is interested in understanding how you are incorporating AI tools and resources into your workflow, and your level of comfort and knowledge about various tools and topics. Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this annual survey-your perspective matters. The insights you provide will provide a benchmark and help the AI and Emerging Technologies Committee and the Board of Directors develop strategies to support you.
Time is Running Out
Thank you for being a valued member. Your stakeholders look to you for guidance and information, and trust that you have your finger on the pulse of the marketplace. As a member, you can rely on the CCA community to share data and information that helps you stay knowledgeable and build connections among those who rely on your expertise. We are glad to have you as part of the CCA family and look forward to 2026. Dues are $535.
Reactivate Your Complimentary WSJ Subscription
CCA members must reactivate their Wall Street Journal subscription annually; and, now is the time! Visit the CCA website and log in to keep enjoying your complimentary digital content. Your Subscription Includes: select events, podcasts, WSJ+, newsletters, WSJ App, customizable news & alerts.
Award Submissions Deadline: June 1, 2026
Annually, the CCA recognizes actuaries who go above and beyond to make a difference in their communities and workplaces. Help us recognize and honor your peers this year for their outstanding contributions. Nominate your fellow CCA members for one of these four awards.
Education Spotlight
Healthcare Meeting Registration Now Open
This two-day, eight-session meeting covers a wide range of topics. Experts in the healthcare field will address issues facing employers and consultants, outline opportunities for savings and improvements, and offer potential solutions that will allow actuaries to deliver better value.
Enrolled Actuaries Conference Registration Now Open
Registration is now open for the largest gathering of Enrolled Actuaries. You won’t want to miss this premier virtual conference planned by actuaries for actuaries! Participate in sessions that are thought-provoking and actionable with practical applications. Knowledgeable presenters deliver high-quality, relevant content at this conference that is not only interesting - it is engaging and interactive!
2026 Webinar Series Subscriptions Available
To keep you at the forefront of late-breaking issues while meeting your continuing education requirements, CCA is offering 20 engaging and highly relevant webinars in 2026. The webinar series covers three broad topical areas: cross discipline, healthcare and retirement and each category will cover professionalism topics.
Community Digest
Community Digest
CCA Communities are active forums for getting answers, sharing your concerns and taking actions to help shape the profession. Visit your communities to stay up to date and join the conversation. To join communities, visit your member profile.
Community Discussion
Communities discuss issues and share information that is relevant to the CCA membership. This month, discussion topics included:
- How are you using Artificial Intelligence?
- Economic Loss from Medical Malpractice
- Call for Volunteers – IAA Task Force on Catastrophe Modelling
- Lifecycle Investing/Target Date Funds
To join in on discussion, join a community today.
Register Now
March 10 | 2:00 p.m. CT
Join us for the next installment of the Leadership Development Podcast Club. On March 10, Melissa Chacko will lead us through a discussion of “Morning Routines that Stick Past Week One” by Paul Falavolito at Seven Minute Leadership. Register
New Communities
Puzzles and Games
Love crosswords, Wordle, or brain-bending puzzles?
Join our brand-new Puzzle Community — where game lovers like you come together to share tips, swap challenges, and dive into everything puzzling! Let the games begin!
AI and Emerging Technologies Community
Other Actuarial Association Opportunities
The CCA is proud to support the efforts of organizations that invest in the professional development of actuaries, and strive to bring more people into and diversify the actuarial profession. Support provided by the CCA includes financial and/or in-kind contributions to the following organizations:
Abacus Actuaries
A network of aspiring, practicing, and former actuaries, working together through mentorship programs, networking and other professional development opportunities to break the bamboo ceiling so Asians can achieve equal representation in the highest ranks of the actuarial profession.
Learn More
International Association of Black Actuaries
The International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA) is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to increasing the number of successful Black actuaries through programs that address the underrepresentation of Blacks in the profession.
Donate
Network of Actuarial Women and Allies
An organization committed to connecting and empowering women of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, and life circumstances to be successful in the actuarial profession.
Learn More
Organization of Latino Actuaries
The Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA) provides exam support, scholarships, job search support, and an interactive network and pipeline of talented Latino students and actuaries.
Donate
Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries
SAGAA’s purpose is to facilitate connections between LGBTQ+ actuaries and allies to engage in community-wide dialogue about LGBTQ+ issues. This group aims to create a safe space for dialogue, community, and career encouragement, while also educating the broader actuarial profession.
Learn More
The Actuarial Foundation
The Foundation provides free virtual math resources and tutoring, administers middle and high school academic competitions and funds scholarships.
DonateProfessional Resources
Past Issues
- Volume XXIX, Number 2, July 2017
- Volume XXIX, Number 1, March 2017
- Volume XXVIII, Number 2, October 2016
- Volume XXVIII, Number 1, April 2016
- Volume XXVII, Number 2, July 2015
- Volume XXVII, Number 1, March 2015
- Volume XXVI, Number 3, September 2014
- Volume XXVI, Number 2, May 2014
- Volume XXVI, Number 1, February 2014
- Volume XXV, Number 3, September 2013
- Volume XXV, Number 2, June 2013
- Volume XXV, Number 1, February 2013
- Volume XXIV, Number 3, September 2012